Eleanor Carey

1918 - 2015

Eleanor Carey obituary, 1918-2015, Pittsfield, MA

BORN

1918

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Devanny-Condron Funeral Home

40 Maplewood Avenue

Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Eleanor Carey Obituary

Eleanor G. (Gleason) Carey

1918 - 2015 PITTSFIELD Eleanor G. (Gleason) Carey, 96, died Thursday, July 2, 2015 at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center in Daytona Beach, FL after suffering a heart attack. She was born in Pittsfield, MA on September 6, 1918, daughter of the late William J. and Ellen J. (Parsons) Gleason. She attended the local elementary schools and was graduated from St. Joseph High School in 1935. Eleanor was employed many years ago at the former England Brothers, working in the candy department before she became a full time homemaker. She is survived by her daughter, Diane M. Carey of Port Orange, FL with whom she resided full time since 2014 along with her grandcats, Zena and Riley and grandfish, Luigi. She was married to the late, Daniel P. Carey on August 25, 1941 who predeceased her on September 8, 2000. Eleanor was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Pittsfield and Our Lady of Hope Church in Port Orange. In her later years, (80+), she traveled to Ireland, learned how to email, and became a fan of karaoke. She recently became a Lifetime Auxiliary Member of VFW Post 3282 in Port Orange, FL. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Elva Gleason of Hingham, MA, widow of Leo. She was predeceased by her siblings and their spouses, Donald and Elizabeth Gleason, Brendan and Eileen Gleason, Francis Gleason, Leo Gleason, Mary and Colin MacPherson, Elizabeth and Francis Guiles, Margaret and Raymond Hart and Robert and Rita Gleason. She was also predeceased by several nieces and nephews with many others still present to cherish the memory of her and the "Original" Gleason siblings. She will be sorely missed. FUNERAL NOTICE: Carey, Eleanor (Gleason), age 96, died July 2, 2015. The Celebration of Her Life will begin TUESDAY afternoon with calling hours from 4 to 7pm at the DEVANNY-CONDRON FUNERAL HOME. The Celebration will continue with funeral services Wednesday at 9:15 am from the funeral home followed with A Liturgy of Christian Burial at 10 am. at Sacred Heart Church with the Rev. Peter M. Naranjo, parochial vicar, officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in her honor to the American Heart Association, American Cancer Society or VFW Post 3282 Ladies Auxiliary in care of the Devanny-Condron Funeral Home. On line condolences may be sent via: www.Devanny-Condron.com

Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Jul. 6, 2015.
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Diane, your Mom and your Dad were such lovely people! I have so many fond memories of playing at your house as a child and your Mom making those amazing cookies--the best chocolate chip cookies I have ever tasted! She was always very patient and kind, and she took such pride and joy in being your Mom! I am glad that you were able to spend such quality time together especially over the last year--such priceless memories!! May she rest in peace.

Nancy McIntire

July 7, 2015

Di - I am so very sorry for the loss of your dear mother. Deepest sympathies. Be grateful you had her for all the years that you did - you were blessed. You are in my thoughts. diane schiffman

July 7, 2015

We all loved her, and will miss her .Shirl Petruzzi

Shirl Petruzzi

July 7, 2015

My condolences on the passing of your beloved Mom. Mike Hood on Pine Grove Drive texted me today to let me know. Your Mom was a very nice person and we shared the same birthday (Sept 6th). Many great memories of her and the whole gang on Pine Grove Drive. You both were fortunate to have had each other. God Bless Mrs. Carey.

Paul Gross

July 6, 2015

God has another angel in heaven

Linda Gemza

July 6, 2015

Diane, Your Mom will be greatly missed. So glad I got to know her these last few years. She was beautiful and her sense of humor was wonderful. Lucky you, to have a Mom like that!

Bonnie Clore

July 6, 2015

We are so very sorry for your loss, Diane.

Tom & Jean Hamilton

July 6, 2015

Diane: I have such fond memories of your mom while we were growing up. My sincere condolences.

Diana Kirby

July 6, 2015

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

American Heart Association

July 6, 2015

I'm so sad. For you Diane. I really liked "mom" and was so thankful I was able to spend some time with you both on her last weekend. Watching the mutual love between you and the smile of pride on her face while you sang. She will be truly missed. Hang in there and take care of yourself. Love you both!
Your friend Pat Bjorkland

July 6, 2015

Diane: I have such fond memories of your mom while we were growing up. She was a very special lady.

Diana Kirby

July 6, 2015

My condolences Diane. Your mom was a sweet, gentle lady and a wonderful neighbor.

Debbie Stegner Weber

July 6, 2015

We wanted you to know how much we care. Please know that we are here for you.

Devanny Condron Funeral Home

July 6, 2015

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Celebration of Life

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Devanny-Condron Funeral Home

40 Maplewood Avenue, Pittsfield, MA 01201

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8

Funeral service

9:15 a.m.

Devanny-Condron Funeral Home

40 Maplewood Avenue, Pittsfield, MA 01201

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8

Mass of Christian Burial

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Sacred Heart Church

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St. Joseph's Cemetery

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